How to Be a Better Beer Snob

Beer snobs come in many shapes and sizes (19, to be exact!). But, like the beers they consume, not all snobs are created equal. But rejoice! There are ways to be the best damn beer snob you can be. Just follow these simple rules and you'll fast become the coolest guy at your table. Possibly because you're the only one, but hey, at least that gives you privacy to fill out your beer diary.

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Memorize every beer term possible

IBU, HSA, MT, IRA, IIPA, LMNOP... it helps to have mnemonic devices, really. Plus, all the brewers will know you're one of them when you bust out a sentence comprised entirely of abbreviations.

Bring good beer to every party

Not for everyone, mind you. But if you’re going to bless these plebs with your presence, you should at least stay well hydrated. It’s best to bring at least two 22oz bottles with you. Or three, if you really want to get down. Just be sure to bring a cooler bag, so some scrub who wouldn't even appreciate it doesn't accidentally snag it from the fridge.

Speak frequently about your trip to Belgium

“It was incredible! The people were so friendly! The frites? Heel lekker! And the beer... good Lord the beer. It was the best hour-long layover I’ve ever had!”

Always try to make other people better

Tell them why they’re wrong for liking things. And tell them often. They don’t know what they’re doing, after all. They need to be educated to make your life easier. They'll appreciate it, and so will you. Until they start going to your favorite brewery.

Andy Kryza is a senior editor at Thrillist who often speaks very fondly of his layover in Minneapolis. Follow him to Juicy Lucys paired with whatever's cheap @apkryza.